Whether you already expunged a criminal offense years ago or are considering initiating the expungement process today, you might wonder how it works if you get in legal trouble again. In particular, what happens to your expunged records if you’re arrested again in Louisiana? The short answer is that the expunged offense will remain hidden …
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Having a felony on your criminal record can affect your life for years, as it can be hard to find housing or a job when you can’t pass a criminal background check. Fortunately, you can find a way around this consequence by applying for expungement. This allows you to remove your conviction from your record, …
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A DWI is a serious charge, as the penalties can include steep fines and jail time if convicted. You will also likely get your driver’s license suspended for anywhere from months to years, depending on how many DWIs you’ve been convicted of in the past. If you were charged with a DWI in Louisiana, it’s …
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Statutory rape is a serious crime that accuses someone of engaging in sexual acts with a minor under the age of consent. This charge is also known as carnal knowledge of a juvenile and can result in jail time upon conviction. If you’re worried about this offense, it’s helpful to learn what the age of …
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A drug conspiracy is a plan between two or more people to violate drug laws. This could involve planning to buy, manufacture, or traffic a controlled substance with the help of someone else. If you’re caught conspiring to commit a drug crime in Louisiana, you will face a drug conspiracy charge, even if you never …
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If you were arrested for driving while intoxicated in Louisiana, and this was not your first DWI arrest, you could be facing a misdemeanor or felony. This will depend on the details of your case and how many prior DWI offenses you have on your record. Either way, you will likely spend time in jail …
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If you’ve been charged with a sex crime in Louisiana, you likely already know what legal penalties you face if convicted. Depending on the specific offense, these penalties likely include time in prison and major fines. But that’s just the beginning of the penalties to expect from a sex crime conviction. There are also collateral …
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DWI and DUI are two terms that people often use when talking about driving while impaired. In some states, they have slightly different meanings. But in Louisiana, they are considered the same charge. DWI stands for driving while intoxicated, while DUI means driving under the influence. Though the terms are interchangeable, this state uses DWI …
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If a police officer suspects you’re driving under the influence of alcohol, they might ask you to complete some field sobriety tests. These are supposed to test your balance and coordination to determine if you could be too drunk to drive. The first detail to know about these tests is that they’re not required, so …
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